Memory Care Advocate for Compassionate Resident Care

Viva Senior Living; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Senior Living in Bel Air, MD is seeking a caring Resident Care Associate to join our team. You will provide compassionate, dignity-filled care to residents, including those with dementia, in an assisted living and memory care setting.

Ensuring safety, comfort, and well-being across shifts. Ideal candidates are patient, team-oriented, and dependable, with a high school diploma or GED and the ability to follow care plans while communicating effectively with residents and families.

Qualifications

• Must have a compassionate nature and patient approach.
• Ability to work with residents with dementia.
• Experience or willingness to work in assisted living and memory care.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow care plans and work as part of a team.
• Punctual and dependable attendance.
• Annual verification of negative TB skin test.
• MMR and Varicella immunity/vaccination verification.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• High school diploma or GED (minimum).
• Adherence to Resident Bill of Rights and attendance policies.
• May be subject to call back during emergencies.
• All shifts available.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and respectful care to residents, with attention to dementia needs.
• Assist residents with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility).
• Monitor and report changes in residents' condition to nursing staff.
• Support a safe and clean living environment for residents.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Maintain punctuality and reliability in all shifts and duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Caring & Compassionate

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a caring and compassionate Resident Care Associate to join our team in Bel Air, MD. The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience and a genuine commitment to providing exceptional care to our residents, including those with dementia. This role involves working in an assisted living and memory care environment, ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of all residents.

Location: Bel Air, MD, 21014

Job Description

We are seeking a caring and compassionate Resident Care Associate to join our team in Bel Air, MD. The ideal candidate will demonstrate patience and a genuine commitment to providing exceptional care to our residents, including those with dementia. This role involves working in an assisted living and memory care environment, ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of all residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate and respectful care to residents, with special attention to those with dementia and memory care needs.
• Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
• Monitor and report any changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition to the nursing staff.
• Support a safe and clean-living environment for all residents.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Maintain punctuality and reliability in all assigned shifts and duties.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Demonstrated caring and compassionate nature.
• Patience and understanding, especially when working with dementia residents.
• Experience or willingness to work in assisted living and memory care settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow care plans.
• Punctual and dependable attendance record.
• Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.
• Must provide verification of MMR and Chicken Pox immunity/vaccination.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or a GED.
• Must be able to work well with peers in a congenial work environment, and above all, maintain the utmost compassion and dignity to the residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights.
• In exigent circumstances, the employee may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages, etc.).
• Must adhere to Viva Senior Living’s attendance policies and follow the terms and conditions of employment as set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• All shifts available
  
  
  

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of seniors and thrive in a supportive care environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.